Melodic memories: Local music festivals in the 1970s

It's not long now before a series of major gigs take place at Wigan’s Robin Park Arena, including appearances from Noel Gallagher, The Lathums and Richard Ashcroft. So to get you in the mood, we are taking you back to the hazy days of the 1970s when hippies and music-lovers attended festivals, including Wakes Folk Festival and Bickershaw Festival in the 1970s.

This generous collection of photographs was taken by Frank Orrell

5. 1977

Folk fans enjoying dancing at the 1977 July Wakes Folk Festival at Park Hall, Charnock Richard. Photo: Frank Orrell

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6. 1977

Gay and Terry Woods on stage on Friday 15th at the 1977 July Wakes Folk Festival at Park Hall, Charnock Richard. Photo: Frank Orrell

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7. 1977

Barbara Dickson on stage on Saturday July 16th at the 1977 July Wakes Folk Festival at Park Hall, Charnock Richard. It was a 3 day event and featured top acts of the day including Fairport Convention, Gallagher and Lyle, Leo Kottke and Country Joe McDonald. Photo: Frank Orrell

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8. 1977

Older folk fans relax at the 1977 July Wakes Folk Festival at Park Hall, Charnock Richard. Photo: Frank Orrell

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